Duck rearer, a craft of passion
340 rearers / force-feeders / foie gras producers work exclusively for Ernest SOULARD. These rearers are situated all over the Vendée and neighbouring counties. This is a key stage of production, a good duck is largely dependent on the nature of this rearing period.
A rearer has the responsibility to :
- follow a feeding program defined by the company,
- look after the general condition of the duck farms ( buildings, ordering feed, ventilation, water and out-side enclosures),
- respect the rules of hygiene ( to disinfect buildings before the arrival of a new batch of ducklings),
- to care for and look after the good health of the ducks with support from company's technical department,
- to complete the rearing file which is a link between the rearer and the company. These files record the: traceability, feed given, water consumption, growth chart and various reports relating to technical visits.
Foie gras producers have the same responsibilities as our rearers. They attend a 2 month professional training course and become a "full-time professional. This training imparts the secrets of producing Ernest SOULARD foie gras which has the reputation of being the best.
To join our team of rearers / foie gras producers
